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| 1. Little Hands | |||
| 2. Cripple Creek | |||
| 3. Diana | |||
| 4. Margaret-Tiger Rug | |||
| 5. Weighted Down (The Prison Song) | |||
| 6. War in Peace | |||
| 7. Broken Heart | |||
| 8. All Come To Meet Her | |||
| 9. Books of Moses | |||
| 10. Dixie Peach Promenade (Yin For Yang) | |||
| 11. Lawrence Of Euphoria | |||
| 12. Grey/Afro | |||
| 13. This Time He Has Come | |||
| 14. It's The Best Thing For You | |||
| 15. Keep Everything Under Your Hat | |||
| 16. Furry Heroine (Halo Of Gold) | |||
| 17. Givin' Up Things | |||
| 18. If I'm Good | |||
| 19. You Know | |||
| 20. Doodle | |||
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Amazon.co.uk Review
The only solo album from this former Jefferson Airplane and Moby Grape cult hero is something of a legend. Cut in four days all by himself, it bombed upon its release in 1969. Nevertheless, Spence's legend has led to devotion from such fans as Tom Waits, Robert Plant, Beck, and R.E.M.. Oar features quiet, stark folk; odd turns of phrase; old-timey shuffles; playful swing; and pretty melodies croaked out from Spence's hoarse voice. Generally, the mood is blissed out, with the occasional apocalyptic dread ("Cripple Creek", "Books of Moses") and dissociated narratives ("Margaret-Tiger Rug", "Lawrence of Euphoria") that came naturally to the poor soul who spent time in psychiatric institutions prior to his death at age 52. This Sundazed reissue includes new liner notes, plus 10 additional tracks, including five previously un-issued recordings. --Jason Gross
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Visionary 1968 album from eccentric member of Moby Grape w/10 BONUS tracks.
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14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
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I'm very surprised that no one has contributed a review for this classic so far. Profound, intense and moving Spence veers from existentialist Johnny Cash mode to full on Psych (the incredible "War in Peace"- the whole output of the late Jeff Buckley in a single song but more so) to meditative tracks (Grey/Afro). Jammed between are moments of genuine humour and moving sadness. Truly an adult record in the sense of Scott Walker or Brel. The overall feeling is one that evokes a new frontier either that of the old West or the psychological ones that Spence was some to smash through. Spence may have sufferd deeply in his all too short life but he left us a deeply healing work. Try it !
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
This open-hearted deep album is one of the greatest albums I have ever heard. Originally released in 1969 (US-only), this album has only just become available. Now you have the chance to hear the genius' album, in all it's hope and glory- with 11 unheard tracks. I recommend "War & Peace" and "Grey/Afro". God Bless You, Skippy.
7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By H. Popeck
Format:Audio CD
Truly amazing. I can't find the words to do it justice. It reaches me, and its other devotees on a deeper level than nearly anything else I've ever heard. Mind you, it helps to approach this in an open frame of mind. If you take it just at face value, it's nothing more than drug-induced rubbish. Look just below the surface, and you'll see something quite extraordinary. If you need just one track before buying, try Weighted Down/Prison Song. Good luck!
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